NEW DELHI: New Delhi: The food processing industry, which is expected to double its size by 2025-26, will boost recruitment in the FMCG (fast-moving consumer goods) sector as it recruits for freshers in the second half of 2024. Intent saw a sharp increase, rising to 32 percent, according to a report by TeamLease AdTech. According to the report, the intention to recruit freshers in the first half of 2024 was 27 percent. This growth is driven by deep penetration into rural and semi-urban markets behind the rapid growth of India's food processing industry, which is expected to double from USD 263 billion in 2019-20 to USD 535 billion by 2025-26 with a CAGR of 12.6 per cent. Estimated to be dollars.
The report said key product segments such as dairy, RTE (ready-to-eat) foods, frozen meats and snacks are creating job roles in supply chain and market research. Shantanu Rooj, Founder and CEO, TeamLease EdTech, said, “The increase in demand for new talent in FMCG can clearly be attributed to the intensive expansion into rural and semi-urban markets, which are driving the rapid growth of India's food processing industry. Inspired by.” He said due to the company's focus on strengthening supply chains, market research and brand management, the demand for talent is expected to be high.
It further added that FMCG companies are giving preference to freshers with skills in market knowledge, retail distribution and regional consumer understanding as they expand into untapped sectors. In Bengaluru, there is an intention to recruit 41 per cent of food engineer roles, while in Delhi, there is an intention to recruit 39 per cent of logistics coordinators. Additionally, demand for supply and distribution chain positions in Hyderabad is 37 percent, and brand management trainees are in demand in Bengaluru at 34 percent. Each role requires technical knowledge in supply chain, inventory and logistics management, as well as adaptability and strong communication skills to navigate diverse regional markets. This regional recruitment trend reflects the role of FMCG as a significant employment driver in India, with demand for new talent expected to continue to grow in key cities and expanding regional markets.
The survey covered 526 small, medium and large companies in 18 industries across India. Coverage 14 geographical areas [मेट्रो, टियर-1 और टियर-2 केंद्र, जो भर्ती भावना को दर्शाता है] Is spread around in
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